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Before
After
  GENERAL INFORMATION AND PHILOSOPHY
The term "facelift" has today become a
very broad and general term that covers a
wide variety of facial and neck plastic surgical procedures.
Dr. Storch feels very strongly that each procedure must be carefully
designed and "customized" for the specific goals, needs, and desires of
each individual patient. No two individuals are ever exactly the same,
and the procedures must be carefully tailored to the specific objectives
of each individual.
Starting with the initial consultation,
Dr. Storch
will carefully examine the areas of concern for the patient. He will then
review the past medical history and overall medical condition. He will
then fully discuss and explain the various procedures that can be
performed to help obtain that individual's desired results. The various
options will be discussed, including possible advantages, disadvantages,
risks, and limitations.
The
"top priorities" for Dr. Storch
are the safety and comfort of each patient. This must be
combined with the objective of obtaining a completely natural,
pleasing, and "unoperated appearance". Obtaining the desired result
often requires the combining of several procedures such as eyelid,
forehead, chin, or skin "resurfacing" procedures. The procedures can
also include various types of lasers, chemical peels, dermabrasions, and
the use of injectables such as Restylane or Botox.
Again, Dr. Storch feels it is
vitally important that each patient be informed and aware of the choices
that exist in their particular situation before deciding upon their own
specific "course of action."
The facelift consultation, therefore,
becomes a very important part of determining what should or what will be
done in each individual case. The goal is to always obtain the most
aesthetically pleasing and natural appearance in a safe and comfortable
environment.
RECOVERY
Bruising and swelling usually fade within
approximately
2 weeks. Shortly after the surgery you will generally be able to apply
makeup to help camouflage areas of discoloration or bruising. Most
people find they can comfortably return to work and go out socially
after approximately 2 weeks. Complete healing generally takes from 6-12
months.
LONGEVITY
Facelifts that Dr. Storch does
today will generally last many years, (Usually between 6-15 years),
though everyone is different. Many limited or "minor" procedures can be
done to keep you looking your best for many, many years to come.
CONCLUSION
Dr. Storch feels that you should
not let a few correctable or objectionable facial features or
imperfections hide the attitude, energy, and vigor that you may truly
feel within.
Please feel free to call our office for a
consultation to investigate and discover the possibilities and options
that may exist for you.
Visit our
plastic |
cosmetic surgery
office
located in
North Miami Beach,
Florida (FL),
conveniently near the
Miami area.
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